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Occurrence

Habitat

Soil

Sandy or gravelly soil, acidic and wet soil conditions, soils with high available potassium levels.

Agricultural Importance

Rhizome fragments and tubers are easily spread to new areas in infested soil. As a result, this species is often difficult to control. It can be a strong competitor with crops, as well as a threat to grazing animals due to toxic compounds. Field horsetail extracts can inhibit germination and reduce vigor of 30 grass species.